Yussef Dayes - Black Classical Music (2LP)

Multi-instrumentalist and visionary artist Yussef Dayes is set to release his highly anticipated debut solo studio album ‘Black Classical Music’, on the 8th September 2023. Available on Double 12” LP Vinyl with special limited edition white vinyl exclusive to indie stories, as well as digital and CD via Brownswood Recordings, Warner Music and Cashmere Thoughts Recordings.

‘Black Classical Music’ is a 19-track record taking listeners through a looking glass into the exalted artist’s past and present whilst exploring themes of home and family. The album draws influence from his musical heroes Miles Davis & Rahsaan Roland Kirk and Yussef’s extensive travel around the globe that has deepened his study of rhythm. Honourable features on “Black Classical Music” - Chronixx, Jamilah Barry, Tom Misch, Shabaka Hutchings, Miles James, Sheila Maurice Grey, Nathaniel Cross, Theon Cross and the Chineke! Orchestra, plus Venna, Rocco Palladino, Charlie Stacey & Elijah Fox

1. Black Classical Music ft. Venna & Charlie Stacey

2. Afro Cubanism

3. Raisins Under The Sun ft. Shabaka Hutchings

4. Rust ft. Tom Misch

5. Turquoise Galaxy

6. The Light ft. Bahia Dayes

7. Pon Di Plaza ft. Chronixx

8. Magnolia Symphony

9. Early Dayes

10. Chasing The Drum

11. Birds Of Paradise

12. Gelato

13. Marching Band ft. Masego

14. Crystal Palace Park ft. Elijah Fox

15. Presidential ft. Jahaan Sweet

16. Jukebox

17. Woman's Touch ft. Jamilah Barry

18. Tioga Pass ft. Rocco Palladino

19. Cowrie Charms ft. Leon Thomas & Barbara Hicks